Pearl jewellery

freshwater Pearls

Who says pearls are boring--
or old-fashioned? Our
selection of pearl necklaces,
bracelets, rings and earrings
shows you just
how contemporary pearl
jewelry can be. Pearls are
the
June birthstone, but they are
a fashionable choice for every
person in all age groups.

Caring for Your
Pearls

Even cultured pearls with
thicker coatings are more
fragile than most other
gemstones, so you must
handle them carefully to keep
them in the best
condition.

Your pearls will stay
cleaner if you put them on
after you've applied your
makeup and perfume.
Be sure to take off your pearl
rings before you apply hand
and body creams.

Wipe your pearls with a
soft, lint-free cloth as soon as
you take them off. The cloth
can be dampened with water
or it can be dry. If damp,
allow the pearls to air dry
before putting them
away.

Dirty pearls can be
cleaned with a mild soap and
water solution (try Ivory
flakes).
Never clean your pearls with
solutions that contain
ammonia or harsh detergents.
Don't put pearl jewelry in an
ultrasonic cleaner.
Don't use abrasive cleaners
or rub pearls with abrasive
cloth. Both can wear away the
nacre coating, leaving you
with a plain looking bead.

Storing Pearls

Don't store your pearls
with other jewelry, because
they can be scratched easily
when metal or gemstones rub
against them. Find a special
slot in your jewelry box for
the pearls, or keep them in a
soft bag made from chamois
or another non-abrasive
material.